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Martin Scorsese Defends Killers of the Flower Moon’s Lengthy Runtime
“Not every film is for every person.”
With the release of Killers of the Flower Moon, Martin Scorsese has yet again proven why he is considered one of the greatest living directors of all time.
The film – starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Robert De Niro, and Lily Gladstone – has already been nominated for 10 Oscars at the upcoming 96th Academy Awards, with Scorsese, De Niro, and Gladstone being nominated for one each.
Since the release of Killers of the Flower Moon, the movie has been critically praised for different things, such as Scorsese’s direction, production values, cinematography, musical score, and cast performances. However, there is one thing that has received criticism.
As you have already guessed, the criticism concerns the movie’s lengthy runtime, which is 3 hours and 26 minutes. But if you’re familiar with Scorsese’s works, the runtime is no shocker, as the director has other films with a 3-hour runtime or even more lengthy.
For instance, the 2013 movie The Wolf of Wall Street, starring DiCaprio, had a runtime of 3 hours. Likewise, the 2016 movie Silence and the 2019 film The Irishman had a runtime of 2 hours 41 minutes and 3 hours 29 minutes, respectively.
That said, Scorsese isn’t fazed by the criticisms his newest movie is receiving for its lengthy runtime. The director, alongside DiCaprio and Gladstone, was recently featured in Variety, where the trip talked about different topics, including DiCaprio’s Oscar snub.
As the conversation, published on January 26, 2024, went on, the interviewer asked Scorsese how he felt about the criticism Killers of the Flower Moon is getting regarding its 3-hour and 26-minute runtime, with some saying the film is too long.
Scorsese replied that he didn’t know how to respond to the critics except that many people seemed to go with it. He even mentioned that many people told him they wanted to see it again and that he felt right about the movie’s length.
His statement read, “I really don’t know how to respond to it except for the fact that many people seem to go with it. Some people say, ‘I want to see it again.'” Scorsese then mentioned that not every film is for every person and not every novel is for every reader.
Lily Gladstone with her ‘Killers of the Flower Moon’ co-star Leonardo DiCaprio (Photo: Instagram)
“Not every film is for every person. Not every novel is for every reader, not every painting, etc. I don’t know if it’s something that will be universally accepted. This one felt right [at this length], and I felt that while I was watching it. I felt inside of it. And I made it.,” he added.
“There is a big difference. When I watched it again, particularly when I screened the mix, you know, you’re working on the mix, you’re working on the sound of a car, you’re working on the dialogue, you’re working on… you’re like this,” he said.
While saying that, Scorsese showed how his eyes were glued to the screen during post-production. “And you gotta look at the whole thing. And I said, ‘Wow. It’s a long one, too. I don’t know, you know; instead, I watched the movie. I watched the movie,” he concluded.
DiCaprio and Gladstone didn’t share their respective thoughts on this question, and the conversation gradually moved to other topics, with the interviewer asking DiCaprio about playing a villain and what Gladstone taught him that he would take into future performances.
Speaking a little more about the movie, its development started in March 2016 after Imperative Entertainment won the adaptation rights to the book. Scorsese and DiCaprio joined the film in 2017, and the production was expected to start in early 2018.
However, there were many pushbacks and delays, including some due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Apple TV+ and Paramount Pictures later joined in, with the former financing the movie and the latter distributing it.
As the production continued, other stars – including Gladstone, De Niro, Jesse Plemons, Tantoo Cardinal, Brendan Fraser, John Lithgow, Cara Jade Myers, Janae Collins, and more – were cast in the movie.
Martin Scorsese, Leonardo DiCaprio, Robert De Niro, and Lily Gladstone at the 76th Cannes Film Festival (Photo: WireImage)
Finally, on May 20, 2023, Killers of the Flower Moon premiered at the 76th Cannes Film Festival. Later, on October 20, 2023, the film was theatrically released in the United States for a limited time only and received critical acclaim.
As of this writing, it has been reported that the movie has grossed more than $156 million worldwide — the total budget was $200 million. On January 12, 2024, Killers of the Flower Moon was made available to stream globally on AppleTV+.
Ben Potter, known as YouTube star Comicstorian, has sadly passed away.
His wife, Nathalie, confirmed the news of his death at the age of 40 as she wrote on X (formerly known as Twitter). Her message read, “Two days ago, on June 8th, my husband, Ben Potter, passed away in an unfortunate accident.”
“To many of you, he was Comicstorian, voicing stories from across multiple different mediums. To his loved ones, he was one of the best and most supportive individuals anyone could ask for. As a husband, a son, a brother, a friend, or even just a stranger, Ben was loving and genuine. He was someone who would listen and make time for his loved ones. He would do his best to make everyone laugh and make sure they were okay. He was our rock and he’d reassure his loved ones whenever they needed it.”
She further added, “He was my world and I need time to be with friends and family. I have so many things I need to figure out but firstly, I need to grieve. I ask that you respect my privacy as well as everyone else’s. Right now my priority is preserving everything he’s built and I don’t have any plans beyond that.”
On YouTube, Potter mostly created audio dramas of comic books on his Comicstorian account, regularly discussing the Marvel and DC Universes. He shared his last upload, titled “Why DC’s Reboots Beat Marvel,” just a day before his death.
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Millie Bobby Brown and Jake Bongiovi Tie the Knot in Secret Ceremony
“It was a very small, family wedding,” Jake Bongiovi’s father Jon Bon Jovi shared.
In a delightful surprise to fans and friends alike, actress Millie Bobby Brown and her longtime boyfriend Jake Bongiovi have tied the knot in a secret ceremony last weekend. The newlyweds were spotted looking blissful while out shopping in the Hamptons on Friday, May 24, in a series of candid photographs taken by paparazzi.
Brown, 20, and Bongiovi, 21, were dressed casually in T-shirts and jeans, both sporting matching black sunglasses. Adding a touch of classic romance, Bongiovi was seen driving his new bride around in a Ford convertible with the top down, epitomizing a carefree and joyous newlywed spirit.
According to The Sun, the couple’s nuptials were an intimate affair. The wedding was attended by Bongiovi’s parents, rock legend Jon Bon Jovi and Dorothea Bongiovi, as well as Brown’s parents. “It was a very low-key, romantic affair with their closest family with them as they said their vows,” an insider revealed.
The couple, who have been together for several years, reportedly plan to host a larger ceremony later this year to celebrate with more friends and extended family.
Confirming the news to the BBC, Jon Bon Jovi expressed his joy over the union. “They are great, they are absolutely fantastic. It was a very small, family wedding and the bride looked gorgeous and Jake is happy as can be. It’s true,” Bon Jovi shared on Tuesday, addressing the swirling rumors about the wedding.
The young couple’s romance has been closely followed by fans, with their relationship making headlines since they were first spotted together in 2021. Brown, best known for her role as Eleven in the hit series Stranger Things, and Bongiovi, an aspiring actor and the son of the famous musician, have frequently shared glimpses of their relationship on social media, much to the delight of their followers.
As they embark on this new chapter together, Millie Bobby Brown and Jake Bongiovi’s secret wedding marks a heartwarming milestone in their love story, one that continues to captivate the hearts of fans around the world.
Brown has achieved significant acclaim for her role in Stranger Things, earning several award nominations and wins. She has also starred in films such as Enola Holmes and Godzilla: King of the Monsters. Meanwhile, Bongiovi, though still early in his career, is making his mark in the entertainment industry, following in the footsteps of his iconic father with aspirations in acting.
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‘Ms. Marvel’ Star Matt Lintz Gets Engaged to His Girlfriend Gracie Sapp
“I can’t wait to be your wife,” Gracie wrote.
Congratulations to Matt Lintz, aka Matthew Lintz, on his engagement to his longtime girlfriend, Gracie Sapp.
On Sunday, May 5, 2024, the Ms. Marvel star took to his Instagram handle to make a joint post with his now-fiancee, announcing that they had gotten engaged in an intimate ceremony with their close family members in attendance.
The newly engaged couple had shared a series of pictures, in which the first photo focused on Sapp’s beautiful diamond engagement ring. Other images from their Instagram post showed moments before and after Lintz’s engagement proposal.
Sapp added a short yet heartfelt caption, saying, “Unforgettable. This night. This man. Matthew Collins Lintz, I can’t wait to be your wife.” Additionally, the location tag revealed that their engagement took place at Botanic LLC, Opelika, Alabama.
Hours later, on the same day, Lintz took to his Instagram handle to share more memorable moments from his special day. Some pictures showed Lintz and Sapp standing alongside their family members, and some showed them walking alongside each other.
“Forever with you,” he wrote alongside a red heart emoji. Similarly, Sapp posted some images of her engagement featuring her and her future husband’s family members. One image in particular showed Sapp hugging her father, both of whom were emotional.
She wrote a lengthy caption this time, writing, “ To everyone involved in the magic that was yesterday – thank you. I gained a new family, a new favorite memory, and most importantly – a new ring (thanks @matt_lintz, you did REAL good). No I will never shut up about this.”
Matt Lintz proposing to his girlfriend Gracie Sapp (Photo: Instagram)
Following their announcement, friends and well-wishers took to the comment section to express their excitement and congratulate the couple on taking a new step in their relationship. For instance, one wrote, “Matty, a lifetime of happiness for you both.”
“I’m SO HAPPY for you both!!!!! Sooo beautiful!!! The #GoodnessOfGod,” one Instagram user commented, with one guest who attended the event adding, “Loved celebrating y’all love last night!!! Congrats to the happy couple!!”
Speaking a little of Lintz and Sapp’s relationship, The Walking Dead actor first started interacting with his future wife’s Instagram post on December 31, 2020. However, they officially began dating on December 9, 2021.
Matt Lintz and his fiancee Gracie Sapp after Gracie accepted Matt’s engagement proposal (Photo: Instagram)
Likewise, they started featuring each other on their respective social media handles on January 1, 2022. On that day, both of them posted similar pictures taken alongside each other. Since then, Lintz has featured his girlfriend multiple times.
On December 9, 2022, the couple celebrated their first dating anniversary by spending a romantic time in front of the Eiffel Tower in Paris, France. By that time, the actor had already introduced his girlfriend to his family members and had even taken her to his older sister’s wedding.
Both Lintz and Sapp had shared some snaps from that special day. Additionally, Sapp has tagged alongside her boyfriend to multiple red-carpet premieres of Marvel shows. The first was Moon Knight, and the second was Ms. Marvel, where Lintz was one of the leads.
The couple has also celebrated different occasions, including birthdays and festivals, alongside each other. Finally, on December 9, 2023, they marked their second dating anniversary, with Sapp sharing an Instagram post captioned, “730,” referring to the days in two years.
To conclude, Sapp has been an understanding and supportive partner to Lintz, and their adorable pictures prove that they are made for each other. Now, the love birds are engaged, and it might only be a matter of time before they walk down the aisle and share their wedding vows.
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